Here at The Dog Spa in Arlington, VA, we realize your dog isn’t just a pet; it actually is a member of the family. So, we offer the widest scope of high-quality grooming services with the aim to make your furry friend look and feel like a million dollars.
Conveniently located in the Arlington, VA. The Dog Spa is your one-stop local shop for professional grooming of dogs. We take all breeds and sizes to make sure your friend gets the perfect grooming he so much deserves.
LOCATION INFO
ADDRESS
2820 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201
Hours
Monday – Friday: 7am – 9pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9am – 7pm
*Most Holidays: 9 am – 6 pm
(please confirm when scheduling)
Meet The Clarendon Groomers
Alisa
Alisa is a certified Canine Esthetician; she utilizes luxury products, top-of-the-line, cutting-edge tools, techniques, science, and technology catered to every dog’s breed, coat type, condition, and temperament.
She aims for the highest quality and lowest stress experience. She can do breed standard cuts, proper double coat care, hand stripping, cording, coat carving, and custom-designed cuts and trims. Alisa has worked in boutique salons her entire career, is an NDGAA member, and is working towards her master groomer certification. In addition, she’s certified in senior and special needs dogs and Fear Free Certified!
Beyond grooming, she owns a small hobby farm with alpacas, chickens, and two goldendoodles. “Animals are not a job, and they are my passion.” She’s lived in the DC area and is holistically focused. You can find her traveling, hiking, being outdoors, reading, farming, and building things in her spare time. Her IG handle is @dmvgroomer.
Kourtney
This is Kourtney—one of the most dedicated and professional dog groomers from The Dog Spa in Clarendon. She’d started as a kennel technician just after school, and it hadn’t been long before Kourtney progressed in a number of capacities related to canine care, before mastering the specific area of dog grooming. She excels in particularly sporting breeds and terriers, being an expert in methods like carding and handstripping.
This is where Kourtney’s philosophy takes a turn: perhaps the trick is to make it fun and exciting, sort of like making your chores appealing to children by turning it into a game for them. That’s already set up for some amazing results—one dog who really didn’t like to be handled now enjoys parts of the grooming process.
Setting herself apart even further, Kourtney continually polished her skills with private training. Furthering her dedication to the craft, she absolutely loves puppies. Her dedication to making each dog’s grooming experience as positive as possible has made her a valued part of The Dog Spa team in Clarendon.
Heather
In simple terms, in Clarendon, Arlington, VA, resides District Dogs. At its helm is Heather Blanford, an expert dog groomer with more than ten years of experience driven by unrelenting passion. Indeed, it was from this chance encounter that Heather’s son’s toy poodle led her into the world of dog grooming and grew her love for toy poodles—a love that eventually brought her to the passion of the grooming profession. She took to it and just ran down that road with great enthusiasm. To this day, she is quite famous for her “slow and steady” grooming, and she has a clientele in the Arlington area. Its philosophy based on understanding and patience ensures that under its skillful hands, each of the furry clients feels comfortable and at home.
Heather’s Approach & Services Heather transcends conventional dog grooming; instead, her art is powered by love and a profound, deep connection with each pet. She specializes in a stress-free environment that customizes each dog-grooming session to the individual pet and builds a trustful and calm rapport. Beyond her technical flair, it was the way Heather enjoyed playing the flute and crocheting in her spare time that made the experience even better—more calming. Whether it is a routine trim or a more detailed grooming need, Heather’s commitment to gently caring and having a fine eye will ensure every pet goes out looking and feeling their best. The greater reward is the joy and satisfaction that she sees from the eyes of the pets and their parents, which she knows is being fulfilled by her work with great impact in the Clarendon community.
Heather Blanford at District Dogs in Clarendon, Arlington, VA, represents the pinnacle of dog grooming services. Indeed, with such rich, wide, and deep experiences, she is certainly the best fit as a groomer for a pet parent—someone who seeks a groomer offering more than just a service for their dogs but making them have a memorable, pleasant experience. Visit Heather and let your pet enjoy the ultimate grooming experience where passion meets expertise.
Our 3-Step Guide to Getting Started
#1.
Create your account by clicking the button above.
#2.
Once logged in, upload records of your dog’s vaccinations. We only need rabies for The Dog Spa reservations.
#3.
Request an appointment within your account for the desired date at one of our Washington, DC locations.
If you’re looking for a groomer in town, this is your spot! I’ve spent hours searching for the right groomer. District dogs never ceases to amaze me! Having a goldendoodle with 5+ inch hair is a lot of maintenance and always a worry when taking him to the groomer. They freshened him up with a full groom after an extended boarding stay. District dogs groomers are amazing and listen to exactly what you want. They will also provide recommendations if you’re unsure on what cut fits your dog. Book now!"
"Charlie absolutely loves coming to District Dogs Clarendon for both daycare and boarding. Charlie had a few anxious times, and the staff noticed and was very accommodating to him, giving him the attention he needed. They are experienced with numerous types of dogs and temperaments and allow for a fun exciting place for Charlie to enjoy. Comes back tired from playing all day and getting attention from staff."
"Poppy, my bearded collie and I recently moved to Arlington. District Dogs Clarendon was so very welcoming the minute we walked through the front door. Poppy had her first grooming done by Alisa who was so gentle and understanding about Poppy's anxieties. Poppy loved Alisa and District Dogs immediately and that makes me very happy!"
"District Dogs Clarendon is fantastic, both in terms of daycare and grooming. They have much more availability than the other locations we’ve been to in DC. The whole team and the manager, Joe, are extremely friendly and accommodating to my dog’s needs. He comes home tired and happy every time he goes!"
Connect with us
ADDRESS
2820 Wilson Blvd
Arlington, VA 22201
Hours
Monday – Friday: 7am – 9pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9am – 7pm
*Most Holidays: 9 am – 6 pm
(please confirm when scheduling)